At a Glance
- Tasks: Mentor young people through sports and physical activities, building confidence and resilience.
- Company: Join Flexzo Teach, an innovative alternative provision in Didcot, Oxfordshire.
- Benefits: Flexible schedule, set your own rates, and no agency fees.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with diverse youth and develop your mentoring skills.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while doing what you love.
- Qualifications: Background in sports coaching or personal training; passion for supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 11 - 16 £ per hour.
We connect passionate Sports Mentors with local educational provisions dedicated to high-quality, personalized support. This setting supports young people aged 11–16 (primarily Years 9–11) who thrive outside of mainstream education. Many learners access this provision on reduced timetables due to Autism (ASC), ADHD, and complex social-emotional needs.
If you are an adaptable, active, and approachable leader who values relationship-building over rigid processes, this supportive environment offers the perfect space to re-engage students through sports mentoring, boxing-based engagement, and physical activity.
Why Join Flexzo Teach?- Complete control over your schedule and availability.
- Establish your own daily or hourly rates with full transparency.
- Say goodbye to agency middlemen and payroll deductions; connect directly with alternative provisions.
- Use your passion for fitness and sport to build discipline, confidence, and resilience in young people who benefit from specialized, non-traditional care.
We are seeking a Sports & Engagement Mentor who possesses a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND. For this role, your energy, coaching presence, and ability to build trusting relationships through physical activity are considered just as vital as formal teaching credentials.
Core Requirements:- A strong background or qualification in sports coaching, personal training, boxing instruction, or physical education.
- Proven ability to use sport and exercise as a tool for behaviour management, mentoring, and emotional regulation.
- Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with disengaged, vulnerable, or highly energetic youth.
- Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and an enthusiastic, proactive personality.
- A patient, resilient, and highly adaptable approach to mentoring.
- Confidence working with students displaying a range of additional needs (specifically Autism and ADHD).
- A valid right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Experience working within an alternative provision, PRU, youth work, or a pastoral support background.
- Experience running targeted, interest-led sports workshops or boxing-based mentoring programmes.
- An understanding of trauma-informed and relationship-led approaches in a physical activity setting.
- Experience supporting students working towards Functional Skills or GCSEs is advantageous.
- A relevant coaching badge, fitness qualification, or teaching qualification (PGCE/QTS) is a plus.
Once your application is received, the provision in the Didcot area can review your profile directly for upcoming term starts, flexible shift placements, or interviews.
Ready to inspire through sport and fitness? Upload your CV and help shape the future of alternative education today!
Sports & Engagement Mentor in Didcot employer: Flexzo Teach
Flexzo Teach is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its mentors and the young people they support. Located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, this innovative alternative provision offers a flexible work environment where you can set your own rates and schedules, allowing you to focus on building meaningful relationships with students who thrive outside of mainstream education. With a strong emphasis on personal growth, teamwork, and the transformative power of sport, Flexzo Teach provides a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable youth while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work culture.
